Understanding Gen Z's Perspective on Faith and Church with Jacob Salguero The Church Circle Podcast

Jacob Salguero, a Gen Z creative and youth pastor, is diving into all things reaching and engaging with Gen Z in the Church. He shares his personal journey and how he stumbled into design and creativity through his love for the local church. His heart beats for the Church to understand and address the hunger for spirituality among Gen Z, and the importance of stewarding and valuing this generation. If you’re looking to learn how to better connect with Gen Z, this episode is for you.

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Takeaways


Gen Z has a hunger for spirituality and is interested in exploring faith, but the church needs to be intentional in reaching and engaging this generation.
The church should focus on stewarding and valuing Gen Z, rather than trying to bring them back later.
Personal relationships, intentional discipleship, and adding value to young people are key strategies for reaching and connecting with Gen Z.
The church needs to go beyond Sunday services and focus on community, pastoral leadership, and building personal relationships with young people.

Key Moments

00:00 Introduction
01:04 Jacob's Background
03:00 Jacob's Trip to Europe
05:09 Gen Z's Interest in Spirituality
08:14 Gen Z's Hunger for Spirituality
10:20 Gen Z's Interest in Faith
12:43 Gen Z's Hesitation for Lordship
19:23 The Impact of Gen Z in the Church
27:15 Strategies to Reach Gen Z
31:53 Final Thoughts

Connect with Jacob


Jacob’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/jacobsalguero/